JCB to pilot Japan’s first fingerprint authentication chip card
Japan-based JCB Co. will conduct a pilot trial of its latest JCB Biometrics Card with fingerprint authentication. JCB Contactless’s payment solution is provided by IDEMIA, a global augmented identity...
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Is alt-fi following gender inequality issues of the tech industry?
The tech industry is becoming notorious for its lack of accessibility, whether intentionally or not. A recent study by TechCrunch revealed that only “7 per cent of partners at top 100 venture...
View Article10 steps to create a perfect fundraising email
Fundraising for a good cause isn’t as simple as asking people for donations – with increasing competition among charities there are now very sophisticated marketing techniques created specifically to...
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Falfurrias Capital Partners adds Tax Guard to bank tech portfolio
Falfurrias Capital Partners, a Charlotte-based private equity firm focused on investing in growth-oriented, middle-market businesses, today announced it has closed an investment in financial technology...
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Watch Out: The Cryptocurrency & Blockchain Regulatory Task Force Has Arrived
The CBRTF: (i) is a US-based non-profit (registration pending), globally operating independent regulatory organization that does not operate any markets or have any financial interests; (ii) is not a...
View ArticleM2Banking & Fintech Latam comes to San Francisco Aug. 7-9
With the robust growth of smartphone and internet penetration, Latin America has become the second-fastest growing mobile region in the world. FinTech is thriving in the region however it is still far...
View ArticleGibraltar Stock Exchange Group names Andrew Pal CSO
The Gibraltar Stock Exchange Group (GSX) this week named Andrew Pal its new chief strategy officer (CSO). GSX is expanding and aiming to develop even further into the Asia-Pacific region. The Gibraltar...
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Crypto needs a global regulatory organization, but hear me out
Blockchain has changed the world in miraculous and groundbreaking ways. The crypto-experience provokes strong emotions — feelings of freedom, empowerment, and financial revolution. Industry experts,...
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Fidessa launches next generation Solace integration
As part of its new approach for top tier trading firms, Fidessa Group PLC today announced the availability of a native Solace adapter which boosts throughput and resilience between Fidessa applications...
View ArticleRepublic of San Marino positioned as blockchain hub
The Republic of San Marino is taking steps to position itself as a blockchain hub. San Marino Innovation, the Republic of San Marino Innovation Institute, has confirmed the creation of a joint venture...
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Appian, KPMG apply AI to create business value
Appian and KPMG LLP this week announced an expansion of their strategic alliance. Together, the companies are focused on making it easier to realize the business value of artificial intelligence (AI)...
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50% of Americans see banks as no help: Elevate study
When it comes to getting a loan or credit card from their bank, many Americans are not so confident. A newly released study from Elevate’s Center for the New Middle Class (CNMC) found non-prime...
View ArticleSynechron launches regtech fiserv accelerator program
Synechron, a global financial services consulting and technology services provider, today announced the launch of its RegTech Accelerator program. Synechron’s RegTech Accelerators are focused on...
View ArticleIP.Gold to use the COMSA Global SaaS Platform
Tech Bureau Europe S.A, a fintech and cryptocurrency solutions company today announced COMSA will launch its new COMSA Global software platform with IP.Gold as the first partner. IP.Gold operates a...
View ArticleCrypto Valley Association welcomes ConsenSys as strategic partner
The Crypto Valley Association (CVA) announced ConsenSys is joining the association as a strategic partner. Comprised of more than 750 blockchain experts, entrepreneurs, computer scientists, designers,...
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Streamr, Fysical to reshape human location data market
One of the world’s largest providers of human location data to the advertising industry is changing its business model in the wake of the Facebook scandal and is aiming to put consumers back in control...
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How to research a company before you decide to invest
The decision to invest in a company is a huge one, especially if you intend on putting a lot of money on the line. You can’t see the future – you can only arm yourself with a wealth of research when...
View ArticleFinternet of Things: How IoT can revolutionize the financial sector
Internet of Things (IoT) systems are becoming more popular all over the world. Smart houses, offices and shops have become commonplace. Yet, there are spheres which are only opening IoT benefits. The...
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Splitit launches debit card installment payment solution
Splitit, a leading monthly payment solution, today announced the launch of its debit card installment payment offering in the US and Europe. Using Splitit, consumers are now able to split their...
View ArticleUniversity of Chicago study details peer pressure’s positive effects
Concerned you’re overspending? A team of professors at the University of Chicago and the University of Maryland are too, and they set out to discover if peer pressure can help. Professor Michael Weber...
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